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John Patrick "Jack" McGlynn

11/26/2022

    A special heavenly gate assigned for Notre Dame Fans Only opened at dawn on November 26 to welcome John “Jack” McGlynn of Skaneateles after a long battle with Parkinson’s. He was the youngest of six, born on February 2, 1940 to Marion Coughlin McGlynn and Henry James McGlynn in Rochester, New York.
    He lived up to his role as the baby of the family with unmatched humor and a prankster acumen. After graduating from Aquinas Institute, he attended SUNY Brockport and St. John Fisher College before serving in the Marine Corps as a reservist from 1962 to 1972. During this time, he also worked for American Airlines.
    Before he packed his bags for college, he met and fell in love with his future wife, Jean Trainor, in high school. After a long courtship, which included Jean attending St. Mary’s College — Notre Dame’s sister school — the two married in 1963.
     Jack’s vivacious nature drove him to at first work in sales traveling throughout New York state. On his initial visit to Skaneateles, he entered the village from the east on route 20, and as soon as he dipped down and came upon the lake, he had an inkling that this would be a perfect place to raise his newly budding family.
    Jean agreed. In 1969 they moved on to State Street in Skaneateles with their three sons John, Stephen, and Matthew. Here, the family experienced a frightening house fire, but also, the kindness of their neighbors.
    They eventually relocated to upper Academy Street where many a family celebration has occurred. With Jack’s encouragement, Jean, a gifted Interior Designer, opened McGlynn Interiors headquartered in Skaneateles, but operating nationally and in Canada, too. Business was so good; Jack came off the road and joined Jean in her venture heading up the administration of the business.
     In Jack's retirement, the McGlynn’s spent half of the year in Naples, Florida. Here, Jack established himself as the Cheese Man at the farmer’s market. He turned south Florida onto the micro plane cheese grater and specialized in selling Italian hard cheeses eventually also offering New York’s River Rat cheddar.
    Throughout Jack’s life he enjoyed sports and games of all kinds, even playing varsity soccer in college. When he wasn’t n the field, he was a fan and even coached his sons in Little League for many years. After mastering the YoYo, tennis, golf and fishing were favorites leisure activities. Beyond his marvelous sense of humor and lightning-fast Witt, he was congenial and kind.
He was a devoted husband, father, uncle, and grandfather —leaving behind many happy memories.
    Jack was sadly predeceased this year by his son Matthew. He leaves behind his wife Jean McGlynn, his two sons, John (Carolyn Manibusan) and Stephen (Lisa Young), and Mathew’s wife, Joyce Jones, as well as 11 grandchildren whom he adored: Patrick, Kylie (Eric Skoldberg), Cullen, Mae, Will, Anna, Ella, Grace and Ryan McGlynn; Konnor and Kamryn Manibusan; and two great grandchildren Max & Oliver Skoldberg.
    Celebration of Jack’s Life will be held on Wednesday, November 30th from 1pm to 4pm at the Skaneateles Country Club.
    Contributions in Jack's name: The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741.
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Richard D. Miller

11/24/2022

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    Richard D. Miller, 91, of Elbridge, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Richard was a graduate of Jordan High School and Auburn Community College.
   A Korean War veteran, he published his memoirs of his time in the Army entitled Non-Combatant. He was employed at GTE Sylvania in Seneca Falls, NY for many years. Richard enjoyed spending time with his family from vacations to backyard barbeques. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Richard was also a die-hard Syracuse University Basketball fan.
    Richard was predeceased by his wife Vivian Miller, his parents Ruth Havens and Thomas Miller, daughter Elaine Lamphier and brother James Weber. He is survived by his son Randy (Susan) Miller, grandchildren Brian (Jennifer) Miller, Kimberly Miller and Nicole (Austin) Brutcher, three great grandchildren and various nieces and nephews.
    Calling hours will be held on Monday, November 28th from 4 to 6pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles.
Funeral service will be on Tuesday, November 29th at 10:30 am at the funeral home.
    In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to The Centers at St. Camillus. The donation link is www.st-camillus.org . To send condolences, visit robertgrayfuneralhome.com.
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Carolyn Woeller (Keefer)

11/20/2022

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    Carolyn Woeller (Keefer), 78, of Skaneateles, NY, went home to our Lord on Sunday, November 20th. She was born in Corning, NY, June 18, 1944.
     Along with being a loving wife and mother, Carolyn spent many years working as the town assessor and tax collector for the Town of Spafford, NY.
    Carolyn was predeceased by her parents Fremont and Edith Keefer and is survived by Charles, her beloved husband of 56 years, her children Craig Woeller (Nancy), Christopher Woeller
(Amy), Collynn Woeller (Amy), Catherine Gorski (Derek) and ten grandchildren whom she adored.
     Carolyn is also survived by her sisters Delores Seward and Donna Lacey.
     A memorial service will be held at Grace Chapel, Skaneateles, on Saturday, December 3rd at 11am.
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John Lawrence "Larry" Vienne

11/15/2022

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    John Lawrence “Larry” Vienne, 75, of Auburn, NY, passed away on November 15, 2022 with his family by his side. Larry was employed by Blue Cross Blue Shield and retired after nearly 40 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, photography and traveling. Larry enjoyed Syracuse sports and loved spending time with family and friends.
    He is survived by his daughter Danielle Vienne, son Matthew (Sarah) Vienne, beloved grandchildren Parker and Bennett Vienne, brother Wayne Vienne and nieces Sarah and Katie Vienne.
    A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date.
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Timothy S. Cunningham

11/13/2022

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    Timothy S. Cunningham 76, passed away November 13, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. He left this earth on his own terms with his wife of 35 years Sally and his adored pets by his side.
    Tim was born in Long Beach, NY to Francis J. and Juann K. Cunningham. He is survived by his wife Sally (Newell) his mother, a locally know horse aficionado, artist and seamstress. His brothers Frank J. (Mary Clare) C. Brett Cunningham (Enid) and sister Diana G. Cunningham. His sons Timothy S. Cunningham Jr. of FL, Shawn Michael of MO. Grandsons Maxwell Collier of CO, Bayne Cunningham of MO. and granddaughters Isabella and Madolyn Cunningham of FL.
   Tim was a 1964 graduate of Skaneateles Central School. He was a member of CNY Laborers 633, retiring after many years in 2007. He loved his fellow construction workers and formed lasting bonds with them.
    Always one with a quick wit and a propensity for telling great stories, Tim would regale loved ones and peers with his insight into the workings of the construction trades in CNY.
    Continuing his mother's love of all thing’s horses, Tim developed a lifelong love of the game of polo, which he played for a number of years with the Skaneateles Polo team under the direction of David O. Chase, with his brother, Frank. Camaraderie’s during the heydays of the club were cherished. He was a past member of the Limestone Hunt Club and delighted in galloping the rolling green hills in Cazenovia and Skaneateles. Many horses passed through his life over the years, in particular his beloved quarter horse Chappy.
    Many may recall Tim as something of a prankster, most likely to have crossed paths with a stern warning from Chief George Davis that he was entering into territories that would get him into serious trouble. Fortunately, he heeded the warnings and had nothing but the highest regard for the local constabulary.
    With one of the kindest, soft heart, Tim chose in lieu of flowers that you love deeply, be true to yourself and if donations are considered that his wishes would be to Upstate Cancer Center at University Hospital and Hospice of CNY and the Finger Lakes for their expert care and compassion.
There will be no services at this time.
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Rosemary H. Stonecipher

11/7/2022

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    Rosemary Helen Stonecipher passed away peacefully Sunday November 6th. She was born on June 14, 1939 and lived to be 83 years old, residing the last 60 years at her home in Skaneateles, NY. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Harold Stonecipher (85), as well as her sons Allan (55) and Pete (49). She also has two sisters, Terry Kotlarz (66), who lives across the street from her in Skaneateles, Jeanette Hauver (80) who lives in Marquette, Michigan, and her brother Peter Kotlarz (70) who now resides in Long Beach, California. She has two grandchildren from her son Pete and his wife Lauren; they are Zoe (15) and Chase (13), and all live in Mount Kisco, NY. Her brother John Kotlarz, who lived in Cicero, NY with his wife Donna, passed away in 2011, at 61 years old.
     She graduated from Skaneateles Central High school in 1956. After high school she started working at Sylvania in Camillus, NY. Shortly thereafter she met her future Husband in 1957 through a mutual friend, Rosemary Peltz, in Syracuse, NY. After Sylvania she moved on to work at the R.E. Dietz Company in Syracuse doing clerical work in the executive office.
     She began growing her family in 1967 with her first son Allan, and then again with her second son Pete in 1972.
The 1970’s saw her move to a local law firm in downtown Skaneateles, named Milford, Lynch and Shannon, where she continued her secretarial role until the mid to late 1980’s. By the start of the 1990’s she had moved on to her last place of employment, Onondaga Community College, first supporting the president’s office before moving on to the English department. She retired in 1999.
     Rosemary lived an active outdoor life from her early childhood, raised on her father’s farm in Skaneateles in the 1940’s. Growing up around life stock, farming, and gardening all types of fruits, vegetables and flowers, she developed a passion and care for all things nature related. She fell in love with photography and flowers, and the two worlds were forever intertwined. She was very active and social, usually acting as ring leader and organizer of parties and events with her ever growing group of friends. As a child she hosted school friends for ice skating parties on the pond at the farm. As a young adult in the neighborhood, she was always hosting summer pool parties and winter holiday gatherings. And Rosemary was masterful at arranging, organizing, preparing and executing plans for any kind of event big or small, which is why she was also so successful in her professional career.
     Rosemary was a very caring, selfless person who always wanted to share the things she loved with others in hopes of bringing them happiness. Her love for roses and flower arranging prompted her to start teaching flower arranging classes at Onondaga Community College. The days she had a class to teach and was preparing materials and gathering supplies were always a little brighter for her, and she took a great deal of pride and joy from sharing this skill with others.
     She was constantly watching, tracking, interacting, and photographing nature and birds. She took this hobby and evolved it into a greeting card business, where she would take photographs of her favorite nature scenes, animals and flowers, then assemble them on card stock and package each by hand before selling to the local gift shops and stores in town. Never to make a profit or compete with Hallmark, but to share what she thought was pretty or inspiring through her own eyes with others.
     She grew up camping with her family, making pilgrimages to Nick’s Lake in Old Forge NY, and introduced it to her own family at a young age. Starting in the 1980’s she took a permanent camping spot in a small camp ground called Sugar Creek Glen in Danville, NY. In the 2000’s she and Harold moved their camping trips closer to home and relocated to new grounds for the summers and fall just outside of Cortland.
     Rosemary loved travelling, and documenting all the trips with pictures as well. She would still talk about her trip to Hawaii, which she earned as a reward when she was a part time sales rep for Amway and became one of their top producers. She also visited relatives in California, Michigan, and Toronto Canada, as well as made road trips for flower shows and sightseeing excursions to Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and New York City.
     Rosemary’s love for birds, specifically bluebirds, whose numbers are shrinking in Central New York, is what drove her and her sister Terry to make great efforts to promote nesting and the return of the species locally near their own homes in Skaneateles. Because of this cause that meant so much to her, we ask that:
     Any donations on her behalf (which is so incredibly generous, so thank you) can be made to: The New York State Bluebird Society. Details can be found at www.nysbs.org
     Funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 10th at 10am at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, Skaneateles.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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Vincent Theodore (Ted) Prindle

11/6/2022

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    Vincent Theodore (Ted) Prindle, 72, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at Francis House on November 6, 2022. Born in Syracuse, NY to the late Lillian Thomas Prindle and V. Edgar Prindle. Ted graduated from Solvay High School. He was a clerk at the New York State Developmental Center in Syracuse for over 30 years.
    Along with his parents, Ted was predeceased by his brother Carl. He is survived by his brothers, William (Rita) Prindle, and Thomas Prindle along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
    Ted enjoyed exploring genealogy as he was very involved in working with the Skaneateles Historical Society. He loved to read as well as watch sports especially baseball. He had a very unique sense of humor that will be missed by many. His most favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially, his best friend and older brother Bill, as well as watching movies with his beloved sister-in-law, Rita.
    The family extends their deep gratitude to the physicians, nurses, and staff who provided care and support throughout Ted's health challenges, in particular, the team at Francis House.
    Family and friends may call on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, from 10:00 – 11:00 am at the Robert Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Graveside service will be at 11:30 at Lakeside Cemetery in Skaneateles, NY.
    In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13208 or Skaneateles Historical Society, 28 Hannum St, Skaneateles, NY 13152.
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Frederick Arthur Scholl

11/5/2022

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    Frederick Arthur Scholl, 89, of Skaneateles, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 5, 2022, with his loving family by his side.
    Fred was born in Elmira, NY, on June 19, 1933. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Jeanette Scholl, and his sister, Marion Scholl Morgan. Fred is survived by his daughters Susan Scholl (Joy Button) of Syracuse, NY, Juanita Lynn Sichelstiel (Kurt) of Knoxville, TN, Katherine Scholl (Sam French) of Syracuse, NY, his son Kristopher Arthur Scholl (Mary Brooke Oropallo) of Niles, NY; granddaughters Kyra and Anika Sichelstiel, Emily Scholl, grandson Henry Scholl; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
    Fred graduated in 1951 from Corning Free Academy, where he played football, basketball, baseball and tennis. As an Eagle Scout, he was in the “Order of the Arrow.” He served in the US Army’s 524th Military Police Battalion in Europe. He attended Syracuse University, earning a BS in Business Management (’58) and an MS in Education Administration (’62). He was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
    Upon marrying his one-and-only true love, Beverly Ann Wydman, of Corning, NY, in 1958, the couple settled in Skaneateles in 1960. Fred began his career in education as a teacher at Skaneateles High School and Auburn B.O.C.E.S. He went on to become an elementary and middle school principal in the Syracuse City School District for over twenty years, where he was beloved by teachers, staff, and students. He was instrumental in getting Bellevue Elementary School built.
     Fred and Ann enjoyed more than 64 happy years together, building a family with strong ties to each other and to their community. He was a lifetime member and past president of the Skaneateles Rod and Gun Club, a charter member of both the Skaneateles Ambulance Volunteer Emergency Service (SAVES) and the Skaneateles Conservation Area. He worked diligently to promote the health of Skaneateles Lake. He served in St. James Episcopal Church Ushers Guild for many years in service to his Lord God, the Church, and its congregation.
    An avid fisherman and hunter, he pursued pheasant in South Dakota, Wyoming, Iowa, West Virginia, and Montana. Fred stalked white-tailed deer in the Adirondacks and Central New York as well as mule deer and elk in Wyoming. He dearly enjoyed plying his skill chasing salmon, trout, halibut, and walleye in Alaska, Labrador, Scotland, Bavaria, the White Mountains of Arizona, and best of all, our own Salmon River and the streams of Central New York. He was never shy about his admiration of other adventurers, hunters, and fishermen. He was quick to share his bounty of freshly-caught trout, wild blueberry pancakes, or a mid-hunt feast of tailgate sandwiches for his bird-hunting parties.
    Fred traveled with Ann and the family across the US and Canada with many trips to his beloved Alaska, Florida, and the Southwest. He loved spending time with his family at their camp on Skaneateles Lake where he caught bass and lake trout. Fred spent many hours reading and birdwatching while enjoying the beauty of the lake.
     If your timing was right, you may have tasted a jar of Fred’s jam or applesauce that he made while listening to Frank Sinatra tunes. You may have seen him on a ladder as he spent school recesses leading a crew of locals and school administrators painting an astonishing number of houses in town. You may have heard him singing his favorite ditties or hooting and hollering with friends and family while watching SU football and women and men’s basketball or NY Yankees games.
     Fred lived an exemplary life serving as a model for his own children and grandchildren as well as many others whose lives he influenced. Of all his accomplishments, he was most proud of his family and the great love he had for his wife, Ann, their children, their spouses, and grandchildren. Fred will be dearly and profoundly missed.
    To honor a life well-lived, a funeral service will take place at 2 PM on Saturday, November 12, at St. James Episcopal Church in Skaneateles. The family will receive friends at the church Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.
     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Finger Lakes Land Trust, the Skaneateles Library, the Marcellus Library, Skaneateles Rod and Gun Club or a charity of your choice.
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Clark J. "CJ" Horan, Jr.

11/4/2022

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    Clark J. “CJ” Horan, Jr., 94, passed away peacefully at his home in Skaneateles on November 4, 2022. The son of Clark J. and Velma (Stewart) Horan, he was born on Easter Sunday April 8, 1928, and graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in 1946. After attending LeMoyne College, CJ began his career in sales at the McMillan Book Company in Syracuse and remained with them through several mergers retiring after 40 years as Vice President National Sales.
    CJ was a past member of the Skaneateles Country Club where he enjoyed golf, pitch and many hours of great conversation. He was also a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post #239 in Skaneateles and proudly served as their Commander for 18 years. He was an avid reader of Irish history and enjoyed traveling, especially his 20 plus trips to Ireland.
    Along with his parents, CJ was predeceased by his son Rev. Clark J. Horan III, his sister Mary Patricia Ziegler, and wives Joan Kelsey and Faith Edwards. He is survived by his wife Mary Burns Horan, daughters Aimee Fletcher (Bill Moore) and Martha Radford as well as his step-children John Ansteth (Andrea), Stephen Ansteth (Wendy) and Jennifer Ansteth. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, brother-in-law Robert Ziegler, and several nieces and nephews.
    A funeral Mass will be held at 10am, Monday, November 14th, at St. Mary of the Lake Church, 10 West Austin St., Skaneateles. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary’s or to Sons of the American Legion, 1 Wainwright Dr., Skaneateles, NY 13152.
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Carol & Ronald Ackles

11/4/2022

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Honoring the lives and passing of Carol (Joy) Osborne Ackles and Ronald (Homer) Ackles, who both died peacefully in Ron’s family homestead, Ivaholm (known locally as “Ackles Apples”) in Marietta. NY, 3 1/2 days apart this past week (October 31st Ron -  and early am on November 4thCarol).

The two met as infants due to a close friendship and singing profession of their two parents. They played at Ron’s childhood farmstead as children, double dated as young adults, and married at Syracuse University in 1953. They were married 69 years this past June.  The two lived in Skaneateles for the first several years while starting a family (Carol teaching art at Skaneateles H.S. and private night classes as well as starting a Skaneateles art show, with Ron working at Coals Chemical and starting their young family). They later moved to Downers Grove IL (a suburb of Chicago) and later San Antonio TX, where they each continued their professions, childrearing, and obtaining advanced degrees over this era: Ron, MBA Business; Carol MFA Fine Arts, and living a very active family and church life with their 5 children: Ronda, Sharla, Brian, Brent, and Krista.

Following in the footsteps of the parents that brought them together as infants, Ron and Carol were both active in Master Chorale singing; church deacons; extended family summers on the Lake; and continuing education. They were very committed parents and gave everything they could to instill character, love, and a “can do” attitude that all things are possible.   Ron and Carol passed together (as they began life together 91 years ago) in Ron’s Family home, here in Marietta NY, where they were surrounded by their 5 children, and 3 of their 5 grandchildren, Jamie, Lindsey, Rachel, Erik, Scott, and 2 great grandchildren (Genevieve and James Brian).   Carol and Ron lived full artful lives and gave themselves fully to their family and community. They will be deeply missed by all whom they touched with their bright spirits.

[Celebration of Life Service was held on November 6th at First Presbyterian, Skaneateles NY (Video stream of their service is available on FB: http://www.skanpresby.org/) Love donation to local Hospice or Meals on Wheels, requested] To send condolences: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com

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